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Balanced Leech

Phil Rowley's Balanced Leech

Gold Tungsten, mounted on a Straight or Sequin pin and secured to the hook shank

Thread

8/0 Black

Tail:

Marabou or Rabbit Fur mixed with a few strands of Pearl or UV Pearl Flashabou

Rib:

Fine red wire

Body:

Arizona Simi Seal, Black/Red or Black/Blue

Tying Notes: Vary the body and tail colours. Personal favourites include: Claret, Burnt Orange (tail) and Olive, Black/Blue, Dark Olive, Canadian Black, Canadian Brown and Brown. You can also use crystal chenille for the body as well.

Pyramid Lake Balanced Leech

Hook:

Umpqua 60 degree jig hook #4-#8

Bead:

Tungsten (3.8mm - 4.6mm various colours) with Bug Band in matching size, mounted on a Straight or Sequin pin and secured to the hook shank